PUFFING CRAB

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In southern Maryland we eat a lot of crab. This is an interesting way to use any leftover crab meat (we pick our own). I don't remember where I got this recipe. You can also use a good quality canned pasteurized crab meat. Either way, this recipe will wow your guests.

Provided by cooksalot63

Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup hot milk
3 egg yolks, beaten
½ cup mayonnaise (such as Hellman's®)
1 pound fresh crabmeat
salt and pepper, to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon Old Bay® seasoning
3 egg whites, stiffly beaten
1 dash paprika

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a 1-1/2 quart baking dish.
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour and cook about 5 minutes (reduce heat if mixture begins to brown). Slowly whisk in the hot milk and heat until mixture reaches a low boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and allow to cool at least 5 minutes (otherwise eggs will cook when added to the mixture).
Stir the beaten egg yolks into the cooled sauce. Blend in the mayonnaise. Add the crabmeat and season with salt, pepper, cayenne, and Old Bay® seasoning if using. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites. Pour into prepared baking dish. Dust with paprika.
Bake until browned and puffy, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 234.4 mg, Fat 34 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 1251.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Otoniel VJ

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This recipe is a winner! The crab was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.

Ed Schwehm

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This recipe was a disappointment. The crab was overcooked and the sauce was too salty. I will not be making this again.

Harshit kumar Singh

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This recipe was a bit too complicated for my taste, but the crab turned out great. I will try a simpler recipe next time.

rana hera

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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The crab was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.

Mark McCoy

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This recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover! The crab was cooked to perfection and the sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again soon.

Mdshamim osman

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This recipe was a waste of time and money. The crab was tough and the sauce was bland. I will not be making this again.

Rick Numb

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This recipe was a little too spicy for my taste, but it was still good. I will try it again with less cayenne pepper next time.

THE PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP

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This recipe was easy to follow and the crab turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.

prince ifeanyi

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I made this recipe for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the crab and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.

Mncedisi Dube

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This recipe is a keeper! The crab was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.

Twine Twine

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This recipe was a disaster! The crab was tough and the sauce was bland. I will not be making this again.

Antonio Langa

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The crab was a little overcooked, but the sauce was delicious. I will try this recipe again with a shorter cooking time.

Abaidoo James

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This was my first time making crab and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the crab was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.